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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1914
Page
6
In Greexville an inmate named R. L. Providinch seeks a pardon for a life sentence handed down for the murder of mill worker Mary Eddy and the robbery of her weekly wage several years ago. The case relates to the Jan 22 sentencing events and a petition for clemency is filed today.
In the Sunday Post Magazine Glenmore Davis shares a humorous circus tale about life under the big top. The piece promises sharper wit and a richer depiction than previous Davis stories, inviting readers to laugh at quirky town customs.
Ad promotes Poslam for eczema pimples and skin troubles promising visible improvement after first application. Claims itching stops and burning skin is soothed with rapid healing effects and urges readers to obtain a free sample from Emergency Laboratories in New York.
In Derby Connecticut three women were hospitalized after an apartment fire. Harriet Minneroy dropped her granddaughter Emma Rath from a third story window into a blanket held by volunteers but it gave way injuring Miss Rath. Edith Spero was tossed from a second story window breaking a leg. A child was thrown safely into a blanket. Dense smoke forced tenants to evacuate via ladders.
A testimonial to O Donovan Rossa, leader of the Irish cause, will be presented at Faneuil Hall Sunday night by friends in Greater Boston under a committee of representative Irish race men.
Ryder Harson of Sixth Street South Goston drove a German nobleman through a snowstorm to Clinton then planned a 30 mile return to Boston. The driver reported his watch and auto were stolen, while seeking the slick stranger who evaded a 30 dollar fare.
Lieutenant Governor presides as notices list speakers Governor Walsh Mayor-elect Curley and others. Charlestown units form at Dewey Square at 6 30 and march to Quincy House then to Faneuil Hall for program starts 7 30 with musical number and reserved seats for ladies. Ushers listed and donations to the fund from several divisions and individuals.
Harvard University under President A Lawrence Lowell plans to end 12 o'clock recitations for freshmen entering 1918. Freshmen would have a 90 minute lunch and reside in three new dormitories facing the Charles River near Larz Anderson Bridge. Dining rooms would unify the class early, fostering after meals discussions and friendships.
Paris January 22. A bill asks 400000 francs for French representation at the Panama Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. The chamber's lobbies expect quick passage. Former premier Louis Barthou and his cabinet had proposed 700000, but Finance Minister Caillaux pushes strict economy after the new cabinet took power.
A man offers 30 dollars to Harson to drive to the governor's home town in mid state. They reach Clinton after a stormy trip where Harson runs low on gas, trades a watch for fuel, and drives over a 300 foot rail trestle mistaking it for a road. He has 50 cents left for bread and coffee, then lodgings. Police in Worcester and Hudson warn all to watch for the German nobleman.
Edward Beardsley appeared before Justice Harry M. Young in Mayville on charges of shooting John G. W. Putnam with intent to kill but filed no plea and asked for a delay until tomorrow. Beardsley’s nine children, in new clothes, head to Titusville to live with their uncle Charles Beardsley. Edna Pier, linked to the case, suffered a minor wound from a revolver incident.
A notice extols Hyomei as prompt safe relief for croup and colds in children and adults. It describes easy use via inhaler or steam vapor, cites rapid improvement in severe cases, and lists price and refund policy from Riker-Jaynes Drug Stores.
John Wesley Hill in International Peace Forum report notes peace progress in the United States ahead of the world. Luncheon honored former President William H. Taft Oscar S. Straus and Seth Low with Taft joking about talks aiding digestion and exercising the diaphragm.
The Commonwealth Trust Company transfers title to its banking house at Summer and Devonshire streets to Charles W. Rowell who resells to Sherman L. Whipple. The 2765 foot property includes a 1907 building and is assessed at 365 300 with 185 300 on land.
Bowker Company president for Holyoke Northampton and Meriden hotels was found dead in a local Meriden hotel. Heart failure given as cause. He appeared well this morning while overseeing the Meriden hotel in his brother James H Bowker’s absence in Florida for a hotel men’s convention.
Senate introduces a bill by Senator Martine to authorize a survey of the Sea Bright New Jersey beach area where a recent storm caused extensive damage. A federal breakwater is proposed to protect the coast.
In Washington on January 22, President Wilson pressed a telegraph key to signal Flint Michigan to open a large municipal filtration plant. The toast to the President by B O Wood of Michigan preceded the announcement.
On January 22 the rebels led by General Paul seized Cape Haitien with no resistance after encamping outside the town and dispersing government troops. Fort Liberte, nearby, had its garrison board the despatch boats Pacifique and Nord Alexis, which then sailed toward Port au Prince.
Portland Maine Jan 22 Colonel Frederick Hale son of former Senator Eugene Hale announced he will seek the Maine first district seat in Congress to replace Asher Hinds who said he would not run again. Hale recovering abroad from illness sent a cablegram from Paris via the Express Advertiser.
Mothers rely on California Syrup of Figs as a pleasant laxative to cleanse the stomach and bowels in children. A teaspoonful can relieve foul waste, sour bile, and indigestive discomfort within hours, with directions printed on the bottle for all ages. Beware of counterfeits. buy the genuine from the California Fig Syrup Company.
Warning readers to care for their eyes and avoid unnecessary glasses. Promotes Optona tablets to dissolve in water and bathe the eyes two to four times daily. Claims the remedy is harmless and may restore eye health, urging immediate use.
A specialist endorses a hair remedy combining Bay Rum Lavona de Composee and menthol crystals. The author claims it regrows hair after baldness, restores gray hair, stops shedding, and destroys dandruff germs without greasiness. Some versions allow extra perfume.
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